JUSTIN JUSTIFICATION

This wine expresses two iconic Bordeaux-style varieties, Merlot and Cabernet Franc with its complex expression of herbs, red fruit and elegant structure, only with a Paso Robles twist of full, mature fruit. Style: Dry, Full bodied red blend wine Appearance: Deep ruby/purple with black hue at the core and moderately stained tears on the glass Aroma: Ripe black, red cherry and blackcurrant fruit, vanilla and cinnamon spice with cedar, autumn leaves, oak, graphite, red licorice and cocoa Palate: Full bodied with ripe red and black fruit and baking spice on entry with oak and dusty tobacco notes joining on the mid-palate and balanced acidity keeping things elegant and fresh. The finish is long and complex with mouth filling, fine tannins, lingering cherry fruit, barrel spice and oak with subtle floral notes Food Pairings: This is a versatile food pairing wine to a wide range of dishes from herb crusted pork loin roasted with root vegetables, a pan seared duck breast, or a filet mignon with a thyme and red wine sauce History of Accolades: 2016 Vintage awarded 91 points from Wine Enthusiast; 2017 Vintage awarded 91 points from Wine Enthusiast